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NIL Isn't the Only Reason Penn State Might Struggle in College Football's New World

For the vast majority of Penn State’s history, there has never really been a question about the program’s ceiling. National titles spoke for themselves, and regular relevance in the sport made Penn State’s place in the upper tiers of college football a given, with no real reason to doubt its standing in the hierarchy.

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Washington plans to have its QB1 back to face Penn State

All signs point to Demond Williams Jr. returning to the starting quarterback role when Washington plays Penn State on Saturday in Seattle. "If Demond is feeling good, I don't see why he wouldn't play and start," Washington coach Jedd Fisch said early this week.

Cam Wallace News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 5

How a Phone Call Changed the Course of Cam Wallace's Career at Penn State

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State running back Cam Wallace was about to call head coach Matt Campbell when he was in the transfer portal last January. But he received a call from Campbell first.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 4

Penn State Week 10 Injury Report: New Names to Know Ahead of Washington Game

Penn State coach Matt Campbell added a new name to the Week 10 availability report ahead of Saturday's game at Washington. Starting left tackle Malachi Goodman is listed as probable after missing snaps last week in the Nittany Lions' win over Purdue.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 3

The Amazing Story of Penn State Football's Last Game at Washington

The Penn State football team leaves Thursday for its cross-country trip to play Washington, its first visit to Seattle in 105 years. The Nittany Lions will fly out of Harrisburg, about 100 miles from State College, two days before the game to acclimate for the 12:30 p.m.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 3

Penn State Football Winners and Losers After Week 9 Win Over Purdue

Penn State emerged from the bye week looking like a completely different team. The Nittany Lions finally picked up their first Big Ten win against a decent Purdue squad, defeating the Boilermakers 31-17 without star receivers Koby Howard and Chase Sowell. So yes, this will be a rare winners-and-losers report without either Howard or Sowell.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 2

What PFF's Week 9 Grades, Snap Counts Taught Us About Penn State Football

Penn State earned a much better report card following its 31-17 win over Purdue to end a four-game losing streak. The national grades also were better, though Penn State's offense might be disappointed with its assessment.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 2

Penn State Basketball Season Predictions: Why the Nittany Lions Will Be Better This Year

STATE COLLEGE | The starting point guard is an important position on Penn State men’s basketball coach Mike Rhoades' team. Star players like Ace Baldwin Jr.

Mike Rhoades News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 1

How Penn State Basketball Built a Roster on a Budget: 'We Did the Best We Could'

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State men’s basketball coach Mike Rhoades was blunt about his team’s budget situation in the summer, saying the Nittany Lions were “at the bottom” of the Big Ten in NIL funding.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 1

Penn State Wrestling, NLWC Lift Team USA to Record Week at World Championships

Former Penn State wrestler Levi Haines won his first world title Sunday in Kazakhstan as part of perhaps the best USA Wrestling performance ever at the World Wrestling Championships.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 1

Why Penn State Football Fans Needed a Win Over Purdue as Much as Matt Campbell

When it comes to the nuts-and-bolts economy of college football, it’s hard to say that Penn State’s win over Purdue moved the needle in any substantial

Penn State Nittany Lions News / College Football News / October 30

Purdue vs Penn State Prediction: Can the Nittany Lions Salvage the Season?

Penn State wasn’t supposed to be 3-4. Matt Campbell was expected to come in, bring along a ton of great players from Iowa State to go with a good base in place, and boom.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 29

Penn State Football Players Discuss Their Road Out of This Losing Streak

STATE COLLEGE | A good chunk of the Penn State football roster has experience climbing out of losing streaks. Just look at last year. The Nittany Lions lost six straight games before rattling off four consecutive wins, including the Pinstripe Bowl, under interim head coach Terry Smith to conclude the season.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 28

Penn State Week 9 Injury Report: Latest Updates, Practice Status, Replacement Options

Penn State's top two receivers are listed as questionable for Saturday's game against Purdue, a positive and negative development for the Nittany Lions.

Mike Rhoades News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 28

Top Takeaways From Penn State Basketball Media Day: Eligibility Questions Linger

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State men’s basketball coach Mike Rhoades abruptly stopped a drill during Wednesday’s practice. He told all of his players to get on the baseline and run down the court and back. Rhoades made the Nittany Lions run because he saw too many bad passes happening during a shooting drill.

Marcus Neal News / Nittany Central / October 28

Penn State Football: Marcus Neal makes 'Long-Term' Position Change

Penn State football’s linebacker unit has taken a hit in depth this season with Alex Tatsch missing the rest of the season with an injury and Caleb Bacon making the move from linebacker to defensive end this fall.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Viral Sports News / October 28

Former Penn State Nittany Lions Star Gets Axed by NFL Team

Former Penn State defensive tackle Austin Johnson’s latest NFL stint ended Monday when the Buffalo Bills released him from their practice squad, via the NFL transaction wire.

Koby Howard News / Nittany Central / October 27

Penn State Football: Koby Howard Returns to Practice, Status 'Questionable' vs. Purdue

Penn State head coach Matt Campbell announced on Tuesday during his weekly press conference that breakout star wide receiver Koby Howard returned to practice this week for the Nittany Lions.

Vega Ioane News / Yardbarker / October 27

Vega Ioane injury adds to Ravens' offensive line crisis after Bengals loss

The Baltimore Ravens have received encouraging news about Ioane, but his expected absence creates another challenge for an offensive line already struggling with injuries.

Bengals' Zac Taylor: Ja’Marr Chase 'set the right tone' with fiery halftime speech ahead of comeback over Ravens

Ja'Marr Chase called Bengals' offense out via fiery halftime speech ahead of comeback over Ravens

Ravens seemingly have no idea when Lamar Jackson will return from ankle injury

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

Penn State Nittany Lions News / EssentiallySports / October 27

Penn State Midfielder Reportedly Arrested Ahead of Duquesne Match on Charges

After appearing in 10 matches this season and playing eight minutes in Penn State’s 2-2 draw against Wisconsin on Saturday, midfielder Vladislav Cherny was expected to remain part of the team’s plans for its upcoming clash against Duquesne on Wednesday, October 28.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker Quizzes

Can you name the top 15 passers in Penn State Nittany Lions history?

Penn State ranks among the all-time leaders in college football victories. How many of the top 15 passers in Penn State Nittany Lions history can you name in five minutes?

The 'Winningest football coaches in Big Ten history' quiz

The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz

The 'NCAA football national champions' quiz

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / October 22

‘Manhandle Someone’s Son’: 4-Star D-Lineman MJ Woods Decommits From BC, Sets Penn State Visit

It wasn’t all bad news over the past weekend when it comes to Penn State Football. One door closed with 3-star QB Will Wood deciding to spurn the Nittany Lions and flip to Bill O’Brien and the Boston College Eagles.

Rocco Becht News / Yardbarker / October 3

Start of Matt Campbell era has turned PSU into Unhappy Valley

Start of Matt Campbell era has turned Penn State into Unhappy Valley

After cruising through a mostly cupcake nonconference schedule, Campbell's introduction into Big Ten play has been a disaster.

Pitt earn massive ACC win over Virginia Tech, but it comes with a huge cost

Lincoln Riley's poor response to Oregon loss is on brand for rudderless USC

Texas Tech QB Thomas Castellanos gets bad news after latest court ruling

College football team has lengthy injury report amid mumps outbreak

Nick Saban reveals the NFL team that offered him a head-coaching job

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / September 8

Biggest surprises from Penn State's first win under Matt Campbell

The Matt Campbell era is off to a roaring start in Happy Valley. We learned a lot about this reconstructed roster in Week 1, so let's break down some of the biggest surprises from Campbell's first win at Penn State.

College football rankings: Updated ESPN FPI for Week 2

Weekly Syllabus: Ohio State-Texas, Oklahoma-Michigan headline upcoming week in college football

Five things we learned after Week 1 of college football season

Three biggest takeaways from Week 1 of college football

The 'College football color teams' quiz